Toole's Garage in San Carlos offers comprehensive emissions diagnostics and repairs, including catalytic converter replacement. Emissions system includes sensors, computers, and of course, the catalytic converter. Fortunately, catalytic converters rarely fail, especially now that they are protected by sensors that let the onboard computer know when potentially damaging conditions occur. However, high prices of the precious metals that go into manufacturing catalytic converters have cause a nationwide problem - catalytic converter theft. So vast majority of catalytic converter replacements we perform are not because of catalytic converter failure, but because of theft.
If the catalytic converter in your vehicle fails, you will see the check engine light illuminated. The good news is that this warning light can be illuminated for hundreds of reasons, most of them not nearly as expensive to correct as the catalytic converter failure. However, if you notice decreased engine performance, difficulty climbing hills, or slow acceleration, even if the check engine light is not on, it's time to visit your friendly local mechanic to have the vehicle inspected. On the other hand, if the catalytic converter is stolen, you will hear your vehicle roar when you start the engine, and of course the check engine light will be on. Either way a visit to an auto repair shop is a necessity.
When you bring your vehicle to our San Carlos auto repair shop, we will inspect emission system, and let you know what needs to be done to correct issues we found. If the catalytic converter replacement is a necessity, we will order correct, California-legal catalytic converter, install it, and test the emission system to make sure that everything works as it should. All repairs performed by our nationally certified technicians are backed by 3 year / 36,000 mile warranty.
So if you are noticing any symptoms that could indicate catalytic converter problems, call Toole's Garage in San Carlos, and our friendly service advisors will answer your questions and schedule an appointment if necessary. You can also make an appointment online, on our website, if that's your preference. Either way, our nationally ASE certified technicians stand ready to assist you in getting your car back in top shape.
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